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What does "the ball is in your court" mean?
  • A. The game is over
  • B. It is your turn to act
  • C. You must stay silent
  • D. You have made a mistake
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
It means responsibility for the next move now belongs to you.
Related Question 1
What does "put your own house in order" mean?
  • A. Solve your own problems before criticizing others
  • B. Clean your home thoroughly
  • C. Prepare for visitors
  • D. Buy things in sequence
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
It means correcting your own affairs first.
Related Question 2
What does "mend your ways" mean?
  • A. Repair damaged property
  • B. Improve your behavior
  • C. Copy someone else's habits
  • D. Avoid new trouble
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
It means to stop behaving badly and act better.
Related Question 3
What does "cover your tracks" mean?
  • A. Walk quietly
  • B. Return to safety
  • C. Hide evidence of what you did
  • D. Ask for legal help
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
It means taking steps so others cannot discover your actions.
Related Question 4
What does "off your own bat" mean?
  • A. During a match
  • B. By accident
  • C. For no reason
  • D. On your own initiative
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
It means you acted without being asked.
Related Question 5
What does "behind the eight ball" mean?
  • A. In a winning position
  • B. Free from pressure
  • C. Ready to negotiate
  • D. In a difficult position
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
It means facing trouble or disadvantage.